The Leadership and Human Resources Research group is seeking applications for the position of Senior Research Associate. The Senior Research Associate will be part of a professional research team dedicated to delivering custom research to customers in the area of total rewards.

The Compensation Research Centre provides decision-makers in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors with knowledge and insights on total rewards and key people-related issues including compensation, benefits, pensions, performance management, and related total rewards practices. We provide our customers with primary and secondary research and peer to peer networking opportunities by way of research reports/briefings, custom research, a meetings program, webinars and presentations.

Reporting to the Associate Director, the successful candidate will bring exceptional writing skills, intellectual curiosity and passion and commitment to a culture that values high quality, creativity and thought leadership. The successful candidate will be part of a professional research team and will design, lead and undertake integrated applied research for senior human resources/compensation decision-makers in both the public and private sectors.

This is a permanent full-time position located in Ottawa and is available immediately.

Characteristics

The successful candidate will have the ability to think strategically and respond quickly to multiple priorities and deadlines. As a Senior Research Associate, you will be expected to conceptualize strategic research issues, conduct major research projects utilizing your experience with qualitative and quantitative research methodologies combined with your professional experience in the appropriate fields to produce high quality written work. Advanced written communication skills and strong project management skills in addition to a strong customer service orientation and an inquisitive mind are essential.

Principal Duties

Undertake, lead and provide guidance on research projects in the areas of compensation, benefits and topics related to total rewards.